About the Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P
| Model | Sony Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P |
|---|---|
| Series | Vaio C series (CA) |
| Years sold | 2011 |
| Screen | 14-inch |
| Platform | Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 (2nd gen) |
| Type | Colourful consumer laptop |
No power: motherboard repair
If the Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P shows no lights at all, the fault is often a failed component on the motherboard rather than the whole board. We trace power faults at component level, which can save a laptop that would otherwise be scrapped.
Battery and power
Original Sony batteries for the Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P are no longer made, so we fit good-quality compatible batteries where you want the laptop to run unplugged. If it won't charge at all, the DC jack or the charging circuit on the motherboard is often the cause, and both can be repaired.
Screen and backlight faults
A dim, flickering or dark screen on the Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P isn't always a dead panel. On older Vaios the backlight (CCFL tube and inverter on earlier models, LED on later ones) or the display cable is a common culprit, and we test those before suggesting a new screen.
Is it worth repairing?
Sony sold its PC business in 2014, so new original parts for the Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P are no longer made. We use quality compatible or reclaimed parts, and we'll tell you honestly whether a repair is worth it before you spend anything.
Typical prices
| Screen replacement | £69 – £129 |
| Battery replacement | £49 – £89 |
| Keyboard replacement | £59 – £99 |
| Charging port / DC power jack repair | £59 – £99 |
| Data recovery | £99 – £349 |
| Liquid spill damage repair | £69 – £249 |
| Virus / malware removal | £49 – £79 |
| Motherboard repair | £99 – £249 |
| RAM / SSD upgrade | £49 – £129 |
Typical price ranges. Every job starts with a free, no-obligation diagnostic and you get a fixed quote before any work starts. Try the price calculator.
Questions
How much does a Vaio VPCCA3S1R/P repair cost?
Prices vary with the part needed. You'll get an exact quote after we've looked at it; the diagnostic itself is free.
How long will it take?
Simple jobs like batteries, SSD upgrades and cleaning are often same-day. Anything needing a part ordered takes a little longer, and we'll tell you up front.
Will I lose my files?
Your files stay as they are unless you ask us to reinstall. If there's any risk to your data, we back it up first.
Is the repair guaranteed?
Yes. All repairs come with a 90-day warranty. Liquid-damage repairs are excluded, except for any new parts we fit, which are covered for 90 days.
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